Cityscape: Casa Navarro

Updated 10:32 pm, Saturday, April 20, 2013

The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, For The Express-News

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Casa Navarro is adorned with a few lights.

Casa Navarro is adorned with a few lights.

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A crowd gathers as the Texas Historical Commission, Friends of Casa Navarro and the Cortez Family unveil a mural created by artist Jesse Trevino and his wife Elizabeth Rodriguez at the Casa Navarro State Historic Site on Saturday, June 23, 2012. The 50-feet long mural was created in honor of Jose Antonio Navarro and reflects the life and culture of the historic San Antonio neighborhood called "Laredito."

A crowd gathers as the Texas Historical Commission, Friends of Casa Navarro and the Cortez Family unveil a mural created by artist Jesse Trevino and his wife Elizabeth Rodriguez at the Casa Navarro State

The Casa Navarro State Historic site shown February, 2012, features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

The Casa Navarro State Historic site shown February, 2012, features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, Robin Jerstad/For The Epress-News

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The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. It is located at 228 S. Laredo.

The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence. It is located at 228 S. Laredo.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, Robin Jerstad/For The Epress-News

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The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

The Casa Navarro State Historic site features "modern interactive exhibits" after of the former home of Jose Antonio Navarro, a signer of the Texas Declaration of Independence.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, Robin Jerstad/For The Epress-News

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Faux historic books house iPads in one of the interactive exhibits at the Casa Navarro State Historic Site.

Faux historic books house iPads in one of the interactive exhibits at the Casa Navarro State Historic Site.

Photo: Robin Jerstad, Robin Jerstad/For The Epress-News

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A look at buildings and places that make the Alamo City distinct.

A look at buildings and places that make the Alamo City distinct.

Photo: JOHN DAVENPORT, File Photo

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Arguably the most iconic image of San Antonio's skyline — and definitely
the most visible — the Tower of the Americas was built for the 1968
World's Fair to serve as its signature structure, Read more.

Arguably the most iconic image of San Antonio's skyline — and definitely the most visible — the Tower of the Americas was built for the 1968 World's Fair to serve as its signature structure, Read more.

Photo: Terry Scott Bertling, San Antonio Express-News

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The original building of the Ursuline Academy and Convent dates to 1851.Read more.

The original building of the Ursuline Academy and Convent dates to 1851.Read more.

Photo: Helen L. Montoya, San Antonio Express-News

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The Original HemisFair Buñuelos company, at 108 Auditorium Circle, took over the old carriage house behind the Maverick-Carter house in 1968. Read more.

The Original HemisFair Buñuelos company, at 108 Auditorium Circle, took over the old carriage house behind the Maverick-Carter house in 1968. Read more.

Joske Brothers opened in 1889. The evolving architecture features limestone, Spanish Renaissance details and a reproduction of Mission San José's sacristy window. Read more

Joske Brothers opened in 1889. The evolving architecture features limestone, Spanish Renaissance details and a reproduction of Mission San José's sacristy window. Read more

Photo: Courtesy TCU Press

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Alcoves along Olmos Drive before you get to Crescent St. in Alamo Heights. Read More

Alcoves along Olmos Drive before you get to Crescent St. in Alamo Heights. Read More

Photo: BOB OWEN, San Antonio Express-News

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The Korean pavilion, a 2010 "sister city" gift from San Antonio's South Korean sister city of GwangJu, graces the Denman Estate Park. Read More

The Korean pavilion, a 2010 "sister city" gift from San Antonio's South Korean sister city of GwangJu, graces the Denman Estate Park. Read More

Photo: Billy Calzada, San Antonio Express-News

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The Toltec Apartment building has come full circle since it debuted in 1913 as one of the city's first apartment buildings. Read More

The Toltec Apartment building has come full circle since it debuted in 1913 as one of the city's first apartment buildings. Read More

Photo: JOHN DAVENPORT, SAN ANTONIO EXPRESS-NEWS

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The congregation at St. Paul Lutheran Church is celebrating 100 years this month, though the current church building is not quite as old. Built in 1925, the red brick structure was enlarged in 1948. Read More

The congregation at St. Paul Lutheran Church is celebrating 100 years this month, though the current church building is not quite as old. Built in 1925, the red brick structure was enlarged in 1948. Read More

Photo: JERRY LARA, San Antonio Express-News

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The San Antonio Museum of Art opened in 1981 but its building was built in 1884 for the Lone Star Brewery. Read More

The San Antonio Museum of Art opened in 1981 but its building was built in 1884 for the Lone Star Brewery. Read More

Photo: ANSEN SEALE, San Antonio Express-News

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The Eagar House, named for Sarah Riddle Eagar, housed the Southern Baptist Exhibit during HemisFair '68 and remains on the park grounds. Read More

The Eagar House, named for Sarah Riddle Eagar, housed the Southern Baptist Exhibit during HemisFair '68 and remains on the park grounds. Read More

Photo: Billy Calzada, San Antonio Express-News

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Built to serve as the U.S. Pavilion for HemisFair '68, the John H. Wood Federal Courthouse draws from Greek and Roman architecture yet evokes space-age appeal. Read More

Built to serve as the U.S. Pavilion for HemisFair '68, the John H. Wood Federal Courthouse draws from Greek and Roman architecture yet evokes space-age appeal. Read More

Photo: Lisa Krantz / San Antonio Express-News

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With stained glass windows imported from Germany and intricate paintings on the walls, the Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel, on the campus of Our Lady of the Lake University, is a formidable sight to behold — on the outside and the inside. Read More less

With stained glass windows imported from Germany and intricate paintings on the walls, the Sacred Heart Conventual Chapel, on the campus of Our Lady of the Lake University, is a formidable sight to behold — ... more

Photo: File Photo, San Antonio Express-News

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In 1904, businessman David Woodward was at his wits end trying to find the perfect birthday gift for his wife, Mae. He decided to build one — a house known today as the Woodward mansion and home to the San Antonio Woman's Club. Read More less

In 1904, businessman David Woodward was at his wits end trying to find the perfect birthday gift for his wife, Mae. He decided to build one — a house known today as the Woodward mansion and home to the San ... more

Photo: Helen L. Montoya, San Antonio Express-News

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Its bright red color was shocking at first, but now the Central Library is just an intriguing part of the downtown skyline. Read More

Its bright red color was shocking at first, but now the Central Library is just an intriguing part of the downtown skyline. Read More

Photo: Billy Calzada, San Antonio Express-News

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The Municipal Plaza Building at 114 W. Commerce, was the home of Frost Bank back in 1922. Now the building is owned by the city and is where City Council meetings are held. Read More

The Municipal Plaza Building at 114 W. Commerce, was the home of Frost Bank back in 1922. Now the building is owned by the city and is where City Council meetings are held. Read More

Photo: Bob Owen, San Antonio Express-News

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Since 1984, the gothic style of '20s-era hospital has welcomed guests as the Emily Morgan Hotel. Read More

Since 1984, the gothic style of '20s-era hospital has welcomed guests as the Emily Morgan Hotel. Read More

Photo: William Luther, San Antonio Express-News

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The University of the Incarnate Word's House of CARDS (Cardinals Achieve Renewable Design with Solar) was designed by students and completed May 2012 when it gained LEED Platinum certification. Read More

The University of the Incarnate Word's House of CARDS (Cardinals Achieve Renewable Design with Solar) was designed by students and completed May 2012 when it gained LEED Platinum certification. Read More

Photo: Helen L. Montoya, San Antonio Express-News

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The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower features brilliantly golden outer domes and vibrant stained glass windows. Read More

The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Little Flower features brilliantly golden outer domes and vibrant stained glass windows. Read More

Photo: WILLIAM LUTHER, San Antonio Express-News

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Built in 1926 and designed by architect Robert Kelly, the Bushnell apartment building houses 29 one- and two-bedroom apartments and sits across the avenue from Landa Library, which Kelly also designed. Read More less

Built in 1926 and designed by architect Robert Kelly, the Bushnell apartment building houses 29 one- and two-bedroom apartments and sits across the avenue from Landa Library, which Kelly also designed. Read ... more

Photo: Tom Reel / San Antonio Express-News

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The polygonal, Beaux-Arts style Hipolito F. Garcia Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse has overlooked Alamo Plaza since it opened in 1937. Read More

The polygonal, Beaux-Arts style Hipolito F. Garcia Federal Building and U.S. Courthouse has overlooked Alamo Plaza since it opened in 1937. Read More

Photo: Jerry Lara, San Antonio Express-News

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Built in 1939, the Arneson River Theater has become center stage for San Antonio's downtown festivals and celebrations, including Fiesta and the St. Patrick's Day River Parade. Read More

Built in 1939, the Arneson River Theater has become center stage for San Antonio's downtown festivals and celebrations, including Fiesta and the St. Patrick's Day River Parade. Read More